PCMA Convene

APRIL 28, 2020

As for pricing sponsorships: This appears to be the Wild, Wild West right now. Not all contracts can be canceled free and clear, and there are, of course, sunk costs associated with a canceled face-to-face event. One of our clients recently pivoted their large trade show, very quickly, to a virtual meeting — in two weeks.

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Sponsorships Contracts Trade Shows Meeting Planning 123

Velvet Chainsaw

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Most trade-show organizers use a priority-points system to help determine the order of booth-space selection for next year’s expo and their system has been in place for quite a while. Be sure to allow multiple ways of accruing points — points per 10’ x 10’ booth and points for sponsorship, promotion, and/or advertising spend (e.g.,

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Sponsorships Airlines Trade Shows 2016 150

Eventmobi

JULY 27, 2022

Greg Blazen, CEO, Trade Association. Simultaneous live hybrid conference and trade show. Based on strong registration, exhibit, and sponsorship revenue and solid virtual leads for exhibitors, we’re allocating more resources to support revenue partner success and expanding our menu of sponsorship options.

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Education Sponsorships Conference Contracts 195

SmartMeetings

APRIL 13, 2021

Finances and Contracting. If sponsorship dollars are an integral part of your event income, are your sponsors in a position to invest? If sponsorship dollars are an integral part of your event income, are your sponsors in a position to invest? The post When Is the Right Time to Host Your Event Live?

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Contracts Travel Trade Shows Sponsorships 130

Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Here are some soft skills for event planners to consider: Interpersonal skills and communication, Time management and effective problem-solving, Creativity and ability to think outside the box, Multitasking, Attention to detail (especially important for budgeting and signing contracts). CMM (Certified Meeting Management) by MPI.

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Event Planning Government 2014 Event Management 133

Socio Events

AUGUST 29, 2022

Every time I meet with an association or partner, they ask if I have any sponsorship options or ideas outside of the prospectus. As we move into a new era of events, today’s event organizers require creativity and flexibility to craft cost-effective sponsorship packages that promote sponsor visibility and drive ROI.

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Sponsorships Social Media Financial Speakers 52

Endless Events

OCTOBER 24, 2018

We did a webinar recently with trade show internet and with Glisser, and which we’ll link down below, as part of this episode, which was how to improve your WIFI. Sponsorship Opportunities. Next up is creating sponsorship opportunities. Well, I’ve seen this as a fantastic use of sponsorships.

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Hotels Negotiating Sponsorships Wireless 89

SpotMe Blog

JUNE 29, 2022

With the right virtual event software , you can turn conferences, trade shows, company-wide events, sales events, and product launches into successful hybrid experiences. . Traveling is stressful for many, especially now when some people are still at high risk of contracting COVID-19.

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Event Marketing Marketing Travel Events 130

Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Business and accounting – For tracking contacts/CRM, leads, legal contracts, proposals, invoicing, payments, revenues and ROI. An impressive enterprise-level solution, Cvent is a standby for meeting planners who manage large conventions and trade shows. Contract Management. And OpenTable.

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Event Management Management 2019 Social Media 112

Event Industry News

JANUARY 10, 2019

For many organisers it can be a challenge to provide seminar content, networking facilities and meetings space live on the show floor. Improving visitor dwell time is priory for exhibitions and as a result, organisers are becoming more creative with their contracted hall space. The Glastonbury Effect.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 10, 2024

Once you’ve chosen a platform, make sure the contract clearly outlines the terms and expectations of your partnership with the app vendor so everyone is on the same page. Best for: Event attendance, event engagement app Package options: Products: Best for 1-5 events or an event type, such as a roadshow or trade show program.

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Conference 2024 Event Apps Speakers 195

InitLive

MARCH 4, 2021

Here are a few formats that you can incorporate in your conference: Trade Show. It is important to keep track of each vendor’s contract and deliverables to ensure there are no surprises when they start work. Vendor and sponsorship information. Large Seminars. Industry Panel Discussion. Workshop Session. Round Table.

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Conference Planning Conference Sponsorships Speakers 107

PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

“Sure, I can say we should have hooked up with a technology company before the pandemic, to be ready to go virtual ‘just in case,’” said Jerry Lewis, president, Show Management Solutions, Inc. Andrea Berry, director of membership and conferences for the aviation non-profit RTCA, discovered “how vulnerable our event sponsorships were.”

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2020 Events Education Sponsorships 111

PCMA Convene

AUGUST 31, 2016

Most trade-show organizers use a priority-points system to help determine the order of booth-space selection for next year’s expo — and that system has usually been in place for quite a while. Punitive Policies   Some shows impose penalties for skipping a year, not staying in the contracted block, breaking down early, etc.

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Airlines Trade Shows Advertising Sponsorships 49

Corbin Ball

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

CORBIN'S CONSULTING AND WRITING SERVICES S SPONSORSHIP: Want to help sponsor Corbin's Tech Talk Newsletter sent to nearly 11,000 subscribers in more than 70 countries interested in meetings, events, trade show and hotel technology? Find out the details at the TechTalk Sponsorship Page. TESTIMONIALS.

2016 60

2016 Sponsorships Trade Shows Travel 60

TicketBud

JUNE 2, 2015

This includes attendee push notifications, session management, and in-app sponsorship opportunities. Contracts, invoices, marketing plans, schedules. Event Wallet gives visitors to trade shows and conferences an easy way to discover content from exhibitors. Similar Apps: Attendify. Doubledutch. What is it? What is it?

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Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Sponsorships 78

Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Features include event registration, attendee intelligence, smart event data, sponsorship options, social networking. Event app and event management platform for larger meetings and trade shows. Perfect for: Large trade shows and conferences that connect attendees with exhibitors and sponsors. Aventri (Loopd app).

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Event Apps Conference Social Media Trade Shows 78

PCMA Convene

JANUARY 2, 2018

When I arrived, I realized that the entertainment business is a lot farther ahead than business events and trade shows from a security perspective. Throughout the show, we have regular meetings so that everyone is on the same page. Is there a security risk that you feel today’s trade-show environment is struggling to address?

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Trade Shows Automotive 2012 2014 53

Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Trade shows. It’s actually a good idea to tie this one into Sponsorship, because not only is the Keynote speaker a coveted position to add to the highest tier of the Sponsorship Package, but it ensures that the speaker lines up with the event’s goals and objectives, assuming you’ve selected and secured the right Sponsors.

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Corporate Events Event Planning Sponsorships Speakers 48

Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2022

Another way to maximize revenue is to include add-on options, such as t-shirts and other swag items, sponsorship packages, or additional monetary donations. Meetings, conferences and trade shows. Online event registration for large conferences and trade shows can get tricky.

Food and Beverage 103

Food and Beverage Insurance Apparel Trade Shows 103

Cvent: Event Marketing

JANUARY 15, 2019

Events such as trade shows and conferences generate direct revenue through ticket sales, paid sponsorship, and the sale of products and services. But what about the indirect and allocated cost such as staff salaries, shared services contracts, and overhead costs. Let’s apply that theory to events and meetings.

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Trade Shows Sponsorships Contracts Entertainment 38

Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Build an Event App with Guidebook Event Planning Checklist: Pre-Event The Foundation This typically occurs 12 months out, or further, for large events like user conferences, festivals, or trade shows; and 5-6 months out for smaller events like meetings or workshops. Check their availability and start working on a contract.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Speakers 78

Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Build an Event App with Guidebook Event Planning Checklist: Pre-Event The Foundation This typically occurs 12 months out, or further, for large events like user conferences, festivals, or trade shows; and 5-6 months out for smaller events like meetings or workshops. Check their availability and start working on a contract.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Speakers 78

Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Business and accounting – For tracking contacts/CRM, leads, legal contracts, proposals, invoicing, payments, revenues and ROI. An impressive enterprise-level solution, Cvent is a standby for meeting planners who manage large conventions and trade shows. Contract Management. And OpenTable.

Event Management 60

Event Management Management 2019 Social Media 60

Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

When you are qualifying a new lead, you probably already ask for basic information like: Type of event (wedding, party, meeting, trade show, seminar/webinar, etc.) Sometimes it is because they sincerely have little knowledge of what it actually costs to book an event space, order catering or contract out for event planning services.

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Venues Hospitality Contracts Events 103

Stova

MARCH 7, 2023

For example, uniform hotel concessions and contract clauses add value and guard against excessive attrition and cancellation fees. Tip: Win lucrative sponsorships. Trade shows and exhibitions require a lot of preparation, which can present an obstacle to sales. Tip: Drive savings without diminishing event impact.

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2023 Event Technology Technology Sponsorships 52

ePly

JANUARY 27, 2024

Whether you’re planning a conference, trade show, or expo, you can use this guide as a checklist for the roadmap toward your success. For example, if you are hosting a trade show and you are inviting well-known brands in a particular space, tag them in posts or encourage them to mention the event to reach both audiences.

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Event Marketing Marketing Social Media Trade Shows 62

InitLive

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Here are a few formats that you can incorporate in your conference: Trade Show. It is important to keep track of each vendor’s contract and deliverables to ensure there are no surprises when they start work. Vendor and sponsorship information. Large Seminars. Industry Panel Discussion. Workshop Session. Round Table.

Conference Planning 62

Conference Planning Conference 2022 Sponsorships 62

Socio Events

MARCH 27, 2023

Like an architect develops sketches and blueprints before contracting out the construction of their creation, an event planner needs to have the outline ready to go—and well ahead of time. Here are some popular options: Trade show Virtual conference Seminar Exhibition Product launch or demo Holiday party 4.

2023 52

2023 Sponsorships Social Media Entertainment 52

Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2022

Another way to maximize revenue is to include add-on options, such as t-shirts and other swag items, sponsorship packages, or additional monetary donations. Meetings, conferences and trade shows. Online event registration for large conferences and trade shows can get tricky.

Food and Beverage 78

Food and Beverage Insurance Apparel Trade Shows 78

ePly

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

A2Z Events also includes floor plan management software for trade shows and conferences, revenue generation, online contracting and sponsorship membership, attendee engagement and matchmaking, badge printing and check-in management, attendance tracking, and an attendee mobile app.

Social Media 62

Social Media Speakers Events Management 62

Event Leadership Institute

JANUARY 31, 2018

Global Events Coordinator – Contract | Bloomberg | San Francisco, CA. Trade Show Operations Manager | Urban Expositions | Trumbull, CT. Sponsorship Event Coordinator | Spartan Race, Inc. Senior Manager / Manager, Trade Shows and Events | Cvent | Mclean, VA. Massachusetts. Boston, MA.

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2018 Hospitality Trade Shows Hotels 40

CadmiumCD

MAY 9, 2022

They’re expensive, difficult to operate and create a data bottleneck, as it can take days after a show to receive all those leads. You’ve probably heard the complaints from exhibitors about lead retrieval units. By that time, a hot lead has turned cold!

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Trade Shows Social Media Contracts Event Apps 52

SpotMe Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

For example, a trade show is a B2B event. Event examples include conferences, trade shows, seminars, workshops, master classes, product launches, event sponsorships, expos, festivals, webinars, and networking sessions. A force majeure clause is a clause included in most venue contracts. Trade show.

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Event Planning B2C Event Apps Speakers 246

PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

Client politics, controlling costs for space and services, and contract negotiations were top of mind for some respondents, as was finding diverse speakers. Contract negotiation when dealing with India hotels. Contracting. (3 Selling sponsorships; getting exhibitors is easy; turning them into sponsors is difficult.

Contracts 69

Contracts Food and Beverage Hotels Negotiating 69

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

Examples of this type of event or experiential marketing can include anything from handing out samples on the street to a booth at trade show to a built-in display or exhibit at a shopping center to a stand-alone event that immerses customers in a product or service. Sponsorship and exhibitor options. Sponsor Marketing.

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Event Marketing Marketing Social Media Speakers 131

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

Examples of this type of event or experiential marketing can include anything from handing out samples on the street to a booth at trade show to a built-in display or exhibit at a shopping center to a stand-alone event that immerses customers in a product or service. Who says that sponsorships are all about you promoting the sponsor?

Event Marketing 60

Event Marketing Marketing Social Media Speakers 60